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Deadly Earthquake Strikes Remote Region in China’s Gansu Province Made Huge Losses

A powerful magnitude-6.2 earthquake struck Jishishan county in China‘s northwestern province of Gansu, on the northern edge of the Qinghai-Tibetan plateau, around midnight on Tuesday. The seismic event has resulted in at least 111 reported deaths and over 230 injuries, according to Chinese state media. The quake, occurring at a depth of 10 km, has prompted extensive rescue and relief efforts in the affected region. The earthquake’s epicenter was 5 km from the border between Gansu and a neighboring province, with strong tremors felt in various parts of Qinghai province. The area, characterized by its remote and mountainous terrain, poses challenges for rescue operations. The affected county, Jishishan, is known for its high altitude, and the cold weather in the region adds complexity to ...

India Faces Increased Seismic Activity in 2023: Alarming Rise in Earthquakes

Breaking News, Disasters

In 2023, India experienced a significant surge in seismic activity, largely attributed to the active Almora Fault in western Nepal. Three major earthquakes rattled the region, with magnitudes of 5.8 on January 24, 6.2 on October 3, and 6.4 on November 3. The aftermath of these quakes resulted in continuous tremors throughout the year, affecting neighboring countries, including India, Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Nepal. The seismic activity in the region is not unexpected, given its proximity to the Himalayas, an area prone to earthquakes due to the collision of tectonic plates. The collision of the Indian Tectonic Plate with the Eurasian Plate generates ongoing seismic events in the region. The statistics for earthquake occurrences in recent years highlight the intensified seismic acti...

NASA Warns of Impending Flood Risks: Strong El Niño Could Trigger Repeated Inundation Along Western Coasts

Breaking News, Climate Actions

A NASA analysis has sounded the alarm about the potential threat of increased flooding in cities along the western coasts of the Americas this winter due to a powerful El Niño. The warming of surface temperatures in the Central to East Pacific Ocean could lead to a series of significant floods, with up to five “10-year flood events” expected to impact cities like Seattle and San Diego. This article explores the implications of the NASA analysis, highlighting the risks posed by a potent El Niño and the broader concerns related to climate change and rising sea levels. El Niño’s Influence & Flood Risk Assessment El Niño, a natural phenomenon occurring every two to seven years, involves a shift in sea surface temperatures that alters equatorial trade winds. This change weakens or reverse...